The Virgin of Virgo is the only female figure
in the Zodiac, the other single human figure being the male Water
Bearer of Aquarius. The maiden, or virgin, usually holds a ripe ear of
wheat, linking her with ancient goddesses such as Roman Ceres and the
Greek earth goddess Demeter. The coiled ‘M’ of this glyph is said to
represent the intestines, a part of the body ruled by Virgo, or the
ovaries, vagina and uterus. Virgo is traditionally linked with health,
hygiene, and all forms of service and healing. Virgos are often most
concerned with diet, and suffer from nervous indigestion when upset or
worried.